<p>In today's rapidly evolving and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is crucial for investors and industry analysts to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will undertake an in-depth industry comparison, assessing <b>Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN)</b> alongside its primary competitors in the Broadline Retail industry. By meticulously examining crucial financial indicators, market positioning, and growth potential, we aim to provide valuable insights to investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.</p>
<h3>Amazon.com Background</h3>
<p>Amazon is the leading online retailer and marketplace for third party sellers. Retail related revenue represents approximately 74% of total, followed by Amazon Web Services (17%), and advertising services (9%). International segments constitute 22% of Amazon's total revenue, led by Germany, the United Kingdom, and Japan.</p>
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<th><strong>Company</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/E</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/B</strong></th>
<th><strong>P/S</strong></th>
<th><strong>ROE</strong></th>
<th><strong>EBITDA (in billions)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Gross Profit (in billions)</strong></th>
<th><strong>Revenue Growth</strong></th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Amazon.com Inc</td>
<td>32.78</td>
<td>6.71</td>
<td>3.63</td>
<td>6.02%</td>
<td>$45.5</td>
<td>$91.5</td>
<td>13.4%</td>
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<td>Alibaba Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>19.95</td>
<td>2.41</td>
<td>2.47</td>
<td>2.05%</td>
<td>$27.26</td>
<td>$97.01</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD Holdings Inc</td>
<td>11.64</td>
<td>2.91</td>
<td>2.84</td>
<td>7.79%</td>
<td>$25.03</td>
<td>$61.44</td>
<td>8.98%</td>
</tr>
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<td>MercadoLibre Inc</td>
<td>49.18</td>
<td>16.43</td>
<td>3.90</td>
<td>7.06%</td>
<td>$0.88</td>
<td>$3.21</td>
<td>39.48%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Sea Ltd</td>
<td>57.16</td>
<td>7.60</td>
<td>3.93</td>
<td>3.77%</td>
<td>$0.48</td>
<td>$2.6</td>
<td>38.3%</td>
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<td>Coupang Inc</td>
<td>116.48</td>
<td>9.42</td>
<td>1.36</td>
<td>2.02%</td>
<td>$0.32</td>
<td>$2.72</td>
<td>17.81%</td>
</tr>
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<td>JD.com Inc</td>
<td>9.68</td>
<td>1.26</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>2.3%</td>
<td>$7.36</td>
<td>$50.47</td>
<td>14.85%</td>
</tr>
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<td>eBay Inc</td>
<td>19.45</td>
<td>8.40</td>
<td>3.88</td>
<td>13.35%</td>
<td>$0.74</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>9.47%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Vipshop Holdings Ltd</td>
<td>10.22</td>
<td>1.66</td>
<td>0.67</td>
<td>3.06%</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$4.91</td>
<td>3.36%</td>
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<td>Dillard's Inc</td>
<td>17.18</td>
<td>4.83</td>
<td>1.50</td>
<td>6.55%</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>$0.66</td>
<td>2.74%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Global E Online Ltd</td>
<td>1002.50</td>
<td>7.29</td>
<td>7.85</td>
<td>1.43%</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>$0.1</td>
<td>25.46%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc</td>
<td>30.69</td>
<td>3.71</td>
<td>2.70</td>
<td>2.55%</td>
<td>$0.08</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>18.59%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Macy's Inc</td>
<td>13</td>
<td>1.36</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>0.25%</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$2.06</td>
<td>0.2%</td>
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<td>MINISO Group Holding Ltd</td>
<td>19.47</td>
<td>3.83</td>
<td>2.10</td>
<td>4.08%</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$2.59</td>
<td>28.17%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kohl's Corp</td>
<td>12.06</td>
<td>0.60</td>
<td>0.15</td>
<td>0.2%</td>
<td>$0.25</td>
<td>$1.52</td>
<td>-3.64%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Hour Loop Inc</td>
<td>61.67</td>
<td>8.48</td>
<td>0.46</td>
<td>7.15%</td>
<td>$0.0</td>
<td>$0.02</td>
<td>7.56%</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Average</strong></td>
<td><strong>96.69</strong></td>
<td><strong>5.35</strong></td>
<td><strong>2.29</strong></td>
<td><strong>4.24%</strong></td>
<td><strong>$4.35</strong></td>
<td><strong>$15.44</strong></td>
<td><strong>14.41%</strong></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>



<p>By closely studying Amazon.com, we can observe the following trends: </p>
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The Price to Earnings ratio of 32.78 is 0.34x lower than the industry average, indicating potential undervaluation for the stock.
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It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 6.71 which exceeds the industry average by 1.25x.
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The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.63, surpassing the industry average by 1.59x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
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The Return on Equity (ROE) of 6.02% is 1.78% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
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The Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $45.5 Billion is 10.46x above the industry average, highlighting stronger profitability and robust cash flow generation.
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Compared to its industry, the company has higher gross profit of $91.5 Billion, which indicates 5.93x above the industry average, indicating stronger profitability and higher earnings from its core operations.
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The company is witnessing a substantial decline in revenue growth, with a rate of 13.4% compared to the industry average of 14.41%, which indicates a challenging sales environment.
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<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<p><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1767106869_0.png?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" alt="debt to equity" width="500" height="400" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1767106869_0.png"/></p>

<p>The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a key indicator of a company's financial health and its reliance on debt financing.</p>
<p>Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.</p>
<p>By evaluating Amazon.com against its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following observations arise:</p>
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When considering the debt-to-equity ratio, Amazon.com exhibits a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
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This indicates that the company has a favorable balance between debt and equity, with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37, which can be perceived as a positive aspect by investors.
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</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
<p>For Amazon.com in the Broadline Retail industry, the PE ratio is low compared to peers, indicating potential undervaluation. The PB and PS ratios are high, suggesting overvaluation relative to industry competitors. In terms of ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth, Amazon.com demonstrates strong performance compared to its peers in the industry sector analysis.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>

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<p>In a detailed industry comparison, Amazon.com is evaluated against its competitors in the Broadline Retail sector. Key financial indicators reveal that Amazon's Price to Earnings ratio is lower than the industry average, suggesting potential undervaluation. However, its Price to Book and Price to Sales ratios indicate possible overvaluation. Amazon shows strong performance in Return on Equity, EBITDA, and gross profit, but faces declining revenue growth. Its debt-to-equity ratio is favorable compared to peers, indicating a solid financial position. Overall, Amazon demonstrates strong performance despite challenges in revenue growth.</p>

- This article provides a comprehensive evaluation of Amazon.com against its competitors in the Broadline Retail industry, focusing on financial indicators and market positioning.  
- Amazon's Price to Earnings ratio suggests potential undervaluation, while its Price to Book and Price to Sales ratios indicate aspects of overvaluation.  
- The analysis highlights Amazon's strong profitability, efficient equity use, and favorable debt-to-equity ratio, despite a decline in revenue growth compared to industry averages.

Industry Comparison: Evaluating Amazon.com Against Competitors In Broadline Retail Industry